There are many options if you seek a good smartphone under Rs 50,000, especially in 2023. This year saw a bunch of affordable flagship phones that gave ultra-premium devices a run for their money. But there can only be one winner. At this year’s Indian Gadget Awards 2023, over 35 jury members voted for the best of the best from 200 plus nominations across 35 plus categories. In the Best Phone of 2023 (under Rs 50,000) category, the winner is:
Best Phone of 2023 (under Rs 50,000)
Winner: OnePlus 11R
The OnePlus 11R looks and feels the same as the more premium OnePlus 11 5G, but there are some tweaks to ensure its affordability. The fact that the OnePlus 11R offers near flagship-grade features at a more affordable price point is why it has been crowned the Best Phone of 2023 (under Rs 50,000). Despite the lack of Hasselblad-tuned cameras, the OnePlus 11R is still a capable device for photography. Its 50MP OIS-enabled camera delivers stunning photos in daylight. For daily tasks, like browsing and more, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC at its core ensures a smooth performance. The OnePlus 11R also supports 100W charging to charge the device from 0 to 100 percent in less than 30 minutes.
Take a look at the rest of the nominees for the Best Phone of 2023 (under Rs 50,000).
Best Phone of 2023 (under Rs 50,000) nominees
OPPO Reno10 Pro 5G
The OPPO Reno10 Pro 5G is a sleek and stylish smartphone, perfect for customers who prioritise design. It is powered by the mighty Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G SoC.
Vivo V29 Pro
The Vivo V29 Pro is designed for camera-focused customers. The key highlight is the “Smart Aura” ring light, which drastically improves low-light photography.
Nothing Phone (2)
This year’s Nothing Phone (2) features improved LED lights on the back. It also carries a more powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC.
Honor 90
Honor made a comeback in India with the Honor 90. Key features of the new Honor 90 include a 200MP camera and a “risk-free flicker” display.
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G
The Samsung Galaxy A54 5G offers a balanced performance. It carries a Samsung Exynos 1380 and a 50MP camera. The Samsung Galaxy A54 5G also offers the goodness of Samsung apps.
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G (2023)
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G (2023) is a relatively more premium-looking version of the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G. The new iteration packs a Snapdragon 888 SoC.
Google Pixel 7a
The Google Pixel 7a boasts a reliable camera system as well as several AI features. This year’s Pixel 7a also features an improved display.
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro draws power from MediaTek’s Dimensity 9000 SoC. Other key features include a tall 6.8-inch curved display, two 50MP cameras, and a 5,160mAh battery.
